Blanche

[ blanch, blahnch ]

/ blæntʃ, blɑntʃ /

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noun

a female given name: ultimately from a Germanic word meaning “white.”

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His boss, whom he admires, is waiting to meet with him about the big project.

His boss, who he admires, is waiting to meet with him about the big project.

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How to use Blanche in a sentence

I use my lower half to accentuate Blanche’s slinky moments which I like.
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Blanche was a fragile white moth beating against the unbreakable sides of a 1000 watt bulb.
Elia Kazan to Tennessee Williams: You Gotta Suffer to Sing the Blues|Elia Kazan|May 1, 2014|DAILY BEAST
First we try Northmaen Blanche, a citrusy wheat beer brewed in Normandy.
Look Out! There’s a Craft-Beer Revolution Taking Over France|Jeff Campagna|December 2, 2013|DAILY BEAST
Both Fran Blanche and Rob Barnett talk about the amount of extra work these internet endeavors require.
YouTube, Netflix, and the Death of Television|Rich Goldstein|November 14, 2013|DAILY BEAST

After laying down some inspiration, Sophia had one last question: “Blanche, will you marry me?”
What Classic Sitcoms Taught Us About Gay Rights|Kevin Fallon|March 27, 2013|DAILY BEAST
Am I suggesting we give Big Dogs carte blanche to run wild, bedding every pretty young thing who catches their eye?
Let Alpha Males Like David Petraeus Cheat!|Michelle Cottle|November 14, 2012|DAILY BEAST
Blanche stood an instant looking into the lighted room and hesitating—flushed a little, smiling, extremely pretty.
Confidence|Henry James
Blanche sat there with her little excited, yet innocent—too innocent—stare; her eyes followed Mrs. Vivian's.
Confidence|Henry James
There was a pause, during which Blanche went through a little mute exhibition of amazement and pleasure.
Confidence|Henry James
Without waiting for the answer to this last question, Blanche threw herself upon Mrs. Vivian.
Confidence|Henry James
At the sound of Blanche's name he jumped up and took his usual tone; he knew all about his wife, and needed no information.
Confidence|Henry James